Measure 3 tbsp sugar into an 8 inch layer cake pan. Place over heat and stir constantly until the sugar melts and turns a dark caramel color. Let it cool until the caramel hardens.,Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.,Put 3 ounces of blanched almonds in a blender. Blend on high speed for 3 seconds. Leave the nuts in the blender container.,Add 1 1/3 cups condensed milk, 3/4 cup cream, 3 whole eggs and 3 egg yolks. Stir to mix, then blend on high speed for 8 to 10 seconds.,______,Cool and place in the refrigerator. Do not remove from the pan until the following day.,Invert the flan onto a chilled platter -- it should slip out easily.